Cerwin-Vega CVP-1152 / CVP-2153 User manual

OPERATION

CVP-2153 & CVP-1152 Loudspeaker Systems

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Contents

1. Welcome to the Cerwin-Vega! Family ................................................................................................ 3

2. Overview - The Cerwin-Vega! CVP-2153 and CVP-1152 Features ................................................... 3

3. Before You Begin: Safety and Care for your CVP Loudspeakers ................................................... 4

4. Set Up and Use of the CVP-2153 and the CVP-1152 ........................................................................ 6

5. Connecting and Daisy Chaining Speakers ....................................................................................... 9

6. High Frequency Fast Reaction Protection Circuit .......................................................................... 10

7. Rotatable Horn ................................................................................................................................... 10

8. Using the CVP-1152 as a Floor Monitor ........................................................................................... 10

9. Warning About Suspending Loudspeakers .................................................................................... 10

10. Suspension of the CVP Series ....................................................................................................... 11

11. Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 11

- SPANISH version (page 14)

- FRENCH version (page 27)

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1. WELCOME TO THE CERWIN-VEGA! FAMILY

Congratulations! Welcome to the Cerwin-Vega! family. You’ve joined a growing group of audio professionals

who’ve turned to Cerwin-Vega! for the most advanced audio reproduction systems available. All Cerwin-Vega!

systems are thoroughly tested to insure that they meet or exceed our performance specifications. Backed by the

best service in the industry, Cerwin-Vega! is dedicated to quality and reliability. For a complete overview of

Cerwin-Vega! products and services, log onto www.cerwin-vega.com.

2. OVERVIEW – THE CERWIN-VEGA! CVP-2153 AND CVP-1152 FEATURES

Introducing the CVP Series high performance passive speaker systems from Cerwin-Vega! Professional. The

CVP-1152 (single 15” two-way system) and the CVP-2153 (double 15” three-way system) deliver extreme high

performance, legendary Cerwin-Vega! low frequency reproduction, and excellent sonic quality. Designed to

provide accurate sound reproduction at very high SPL levels, the CVP top box series is performance matched to

stand tough with all of our subwoofer systems, including our folded horns and passive and active direct fire subs.

• New High Performance 15” Driver – We started with a new high performance Cerwin-Vega! 15”

Low/Mid driver in a die cast frame using a 3” voice coil designed to deliver punchy low end and clean,

accurate midrange for high decibel, low distortion performance.

• Mylar Compression Driver for Smooth High End – We integrated a deep drawn high

performance Mylar compression driver that provides low distortion with a smooth high frequency

response and a fast attack transient response. This all means silky high end that has serious throw

capabilities.

• Rugged and Attractive Die Cast Grill for a Clean Cerwin-Vega! System Look – We didn’t stop with the

performance matching either. These full range cabinets also look the part with matched rugged,

die-cast aluminum grills. There will be no doubt that the audience is being entertained by a

full Cerwin-Vega! matched system from looks to performance!

• Rotatable Horn for Concise Pattern Control – The 60 x 40 degree rotatable horn provides flexible

pattern control for install application (or monitor functionality for the CVP-1152).

• Monitor Use for CVP-1152 – The additional 60 degree angle of the CVP-1152 cabinet provides the

ability to lay it on its side for use as a stage monitor. Rotate the horn for better coverage – you can even

rotate the grill so the Cerwin-Vega! logo is oriented correctly! How cool is that!

• Fly Points – We are serious about flexibility and the CVP Full Range Loudspeaker Series delivers.

Twelve Integrated M10 fly points for permanent installations or sound reinforcement applications

requiring overhead suspension are provided.

• Bi Amp Functionality – Use the precise internal cabinet crossover or drive the HF and LF signals

separately with an active crossover and dedicated amplifiers for amazing control and discrete rock

solid high decibel performance.

• High Frequency Driver Protection – A new Cerwin-Vega! designed High Frequency fast reacting relay

circuit suppression limiter provides high-quality protection for the high frequency system.

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3. BEFORE YOU BEGIN: SAFETY AND CARE FOR YOUR CVP LOUDSPEAKERS

Positioning

High and upper mid frequencies are a crucial part of the audio spectrum, and have much to do with how we

perceive clarity and intelligibility. Whereas these frequencies are the most easily located, they are also the first

to be acoustically blocked. Taking the coverage angles of the models used into consideration, be sure to set up

your speakers so that the MF and HF drivers are free from obstructions and the higher frequencies can reach the

entire audience (e.g. slightly above the heads of the audience). This will ensure optimal dispersion of

higher-frequency content and thus improved speech intelligibility and clarity.

Avoiding Feedback

Always place the "front-of-house” speakers (the enclosures facing the audience) in front of the microphones,

(e.g. towards the front edge of the stage). Use professional floor wedges (e.g. CVP-1152) or other dependable

monitoring systems to ensure that the performers on stage can hear themselves. Whenever possible, position

monitor speakers so that they point only to the back side of microphones.

Avoiding Feedback When Using Turntables (e.g. DJ Applications)

Turntables often produce low-end feedback: low frequencies are fed back to the pickup arm and cartridge and

reproduced again by the speakers. Common causes of low-end feedback are speakers positioned too close to

the turntable or on wooden floors or stage elements prone to vibration. To avoid this, position the speakers as far

from the turntable as possible. Placing them on a solid, non-resonating support will also help. If you are using the

CVP-1152 model speakers, try mounting them on stands. This will minimize direct contact between floor and

speakers and reduce vibration.

Protecting Your Speakers

Next to following common-sense rules like exercising caution while setting levels to avoid overdriving your power

amps, and understanding and respecting the physical limits of your system, there are a couple reliable methods

of protectingyour speakers– and your entire system – usingadditional equipment.Using a high pass filter to avoid

excessive low frequencies, low-frequency rumble or extreme low frequencies can lead to an excessive

displacement of the speaker diaphragm and in turn to permanent damage. Using an equalizer or a low-cut/high

pass filter to eliminate the low frequencies below the response curve of the speaker can effectively prevent this.

Most consoles and outboardequalizers, as well as many other outboard signal processors and of course speaker

management systems provide a high pass filter. The use of a high pass filter in the signal path is especially

recommended when using turntables and/or CD players as signal sources. CD players often produce extremely

low frequencies, which can lead to excessive diaphragm displacement. Using a limiter to limit the output level,

Insert the limiter between the mixing console output and your power amp. Many types of outboard signal

processors and most speaker management systems include limiters for this application. Used properly, they can

eliminate overdriving of your audio signals and effectively suppress dangerous signal peaks, which can not only

degrade the sound quality, but also cause permanent damage to your speakers and other system components.

Power Amplifier Selection

Choosing the right power amplifier has a major effect on the performance of your speakers. The amplifier should

always provide at least as much power as the speaker system is capable of handling. In order to ensure precise

reproduction of brief, high-power transients, the amp should provide about twice as much power as the

speakers can handle.The minimum recommended input power ratings for CVP-1152 and CVP-2153 systems are

displayed in the Specifications Table.

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Cable Selection

The quality and characteristics of the speaker cables used also greatly effect speaker performance. Always use

high-quality cables made with professional-grade wire and connectors that are correctly and carefully fitted.

Selection of the appropriate wire gauge is especially important to system operation. A cable that is too light or

low-gauge will result in amplifier power being wasted due to the series resistance of the cable and in loss of

low-frequency performance due to degraded damping factor. The ideal gauge is determined by two factors: the

length of the cable and the load or impedance. For cable runs up to 50 feet (15m) with an 8-Ohm load, we

recommend using at least 14-gauge wire – 12-gauge is minimum for a 4-Ohm load. For runs between 50 and 100

feet (15-30m), use at least 12-gauge for 8-Ohm loads and 10-gauge for 4 Ohms. At 200 feet (60m), you should

use 10-gauge and 8-gauge, respectively, and so on.

Using Poles, Tripod Mounts, and Speaker Movement Due to Vibrations

The Cerwin-Vega! CVP speakers covered by this manual are designed for portable applications in which the

speakers will be stacked directly on the floor, stage, a solid stable platform, mounted on a tripod stand or

pole-mount. (Pole and tripod mounting only applies to the CVP-1152). The CVP Series also may be suspended

using industry standard, forged M10 eye bolts. Please refer to the suspension warnings and instructions further

in this document.

THESE SPEAKERS ARE HEAVY!

Please use common sense and adhere to the manufacturer’s hardware ratings when placing speakers on stands

or poles. Never exceed the rated safety limit of a pole or speaker stand. Never place a speaker on a pole or

tripod that is leaning at an angle as the speaker may tip over.

Cerwin-Vega! Professional speakers can generate considerable energy. When placed on a slippery surface such

as polished wood or linoleum, the speaker may move due to vibration caused by its acoustical energy output.

Precautions should be taken to assure that the speaker does not fall off a stage or platform on which it is placed.

The Cerwin-Vega! CVP-1152 speaker model includes a receptacle cup to allow mounting on tripod stands

or poles. When using stands or poles, be sure to observe the following precautions:

• Check the stand specification to be certain it is designed to support the weight of the speaker.

• Observe all safety precautions specified by the stand manufacturer.

• Always verify that the stand is placed on a flat, level, and stable surface and be sure to fully extend the

legs of tripod type stands. Position the stand so that the legs do not present a trip hazard.

• Route cables so that performers, production crew, and audience will not trip over them pulling the speaker

over.

• Do not attempt to place more than one speaker on a stand designed for a single speaker.

• Always be cautious in windy, outdoor conditions. It may be necessary to place additional weight

(i.e. sandbags) on the base of the stand to improve stability.

• Unless you are confident that you can handle the weight of the speaker, ask another person to help

you lift it onto the tripod stand or pole.

Moisture

Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround and cause corrosion of electrical contacts. Avoid

exposing the speakers to direct moisture. Keep speakers out of extended or intense direct sunlight. The driver

suspension will prematurely dry out and finished surfaces may be degraded by long-term exposure to intense

ultra-violet (UV) light.

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Powering Up

To avoid damage to your speaker and other parts of your system, when you turn On your system, always turn On

the power amp last! This will avoid loud, damaging pops that will annoy your audience, and blow your speakers.

When you power down, the amplifier should always be turned Off first to avoid the same problems.

Polarity

When using two or more speaker systems, be sure to match the polarity (+/-) of the speaker system connectors

to those of the amplifier. If polarities do not match, the sounds produced by the speaker will interfere with each

other, making it impossible to achieve a well-balanced sound field.

Hearing damage and prolonged exposure to excessive SPL

CVP Series loudspeakers are easily capable of generating sound pressure levels (SPL) sufficient to cause

permanent hearing damage to performers, production crew, and audience members. Proper precautions should

be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to SPL in excess of 85 dB.

4. SET UP AND USE OF THE CVP-2153 AND THE CVP-1152

Input Configurations / Full Range and Bi Amp Modes

The CVP Series models are equipped with both a 4-pin Speakon connector and two 1/4” phone jack inputs. The

speakers provide FULL RANGE mode where one amplifier signal powers the entire speaker or BI AMP mode

(Speakon only) where one amplifier signal powers the high frequency compression driver and a second

amplifier powers the low frequency driver(s).

The 4-pin Speakon connectors are configured as follows:

- FULL RANGE mode: 1+ positive / 1- negative. (2+ and 2- are not used)

- BI AMP mode: 1+ LF positive / 1- negative, 2+ HF positive / 2- HF negative.

The quarter inch phone jacks are configured as follows:

- FULL RANGE mode only: Tip positive / Sleeve negative.

To change the system to Bi Amp mode follow these directions:

1. Remove the grill (twelve screws) and woofer (eight screws) NOTE: Woofer connection polarity.

2. Move the wire harness from “FULL RANGE” to “BI AMP” on the input circuit board and the crossover

circuit board. Please check (Figure 1, Full Range Mode), displayed on the next page.

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3. Ensure the connector is seated properly.

4. Reconnect the woofer and tighten all eight screws.

5. Reinstall the grill with all twelve screws.

To change the system back to Full Range mode see steps 1-5 above, but move the wire harness from “BI AMP”

to “FULL RANGE” on the input circuit board and the crossover circuit board. Please check (Figure 2, Bi Amp

Mode), displayed on the next page.

Figure 1, Full Range Mode

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Figure 2, Bi Amp Mode

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5. CONNECTING AND DAISY CHAINING SPEAKERS

The inputs of the connectors are paralleled to the “through” connectors in both Full Range and Bi Amp modes so

that either connector will work. The other connector can then be used to send the signal to another speaker.

Refer to the following diagrams for the proper impedance values (stated in Ohms) when daisy chaining

speakers. (Figure 3)

Figure 3

CVP-1152

CVP-2153

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6. HIGH FREQUENCY FAST REACTION PROTECTION CIRCUIT

Your CVP speakers offer a fast reacting suppression limiter that senses input voltage and reduces potentially

damaging voltage levels that would otherwise reach your high frequency drivers.

7. ROTATABLE HORN

The high frequency horn in the CVP series is installed in a 60 degree horizontal and a 40 degree vertical

orientation. The horn can be rotated to provide 40 degrees vertically and 60 degrees horizontally for an

alternative high frequency dispersion pattern which is useful in certain install situations or when using the

CVP-1152 as a floor monitor.

Remove the screws, then rotate the horn 45 degrees, and replace the screws being careful not to apply too much

torque pressure.

8. USING THE CVP-1152 AS A FLOOR MONITOR

The CVP-1152 can be used as a floor monitor. Typically, you will want more high frequency coverage from left to

right across your stage or performance area. Follow the instructions earlier in this document to rotate the horn.

Note that you can even rotate the grill to orient the Cerwin-Vega! logo in the correct position! How cool is that?

To rotate the grill, first remove the grill screws. Pull the grill out and turn it 90 degrees. Replace the screws being

careful with the torque pressure applied.

9. WARNING ABOUT SUSPENDING LOUDSPEAKERS

The CVP Series uses forged M10 eye bolts.

Only use eye bolts that are professionally certified for the proper 10x load requirements.

Suspending loudspeakers is serious business! Injury or death can occur if loudspeaker systems are not

suspended correctly! Read and follow these instructions carefully!

Speaker suspension must take place in accordance with instructions provided by Cerwin-Vega! and under the

supervision of a licensed, professional sound/rigging engineer or structural engineer. Only use attachments,

mounts, accessories, or brackets specified by Cerwin-Vega! or only specified products rated for overhead

suspension. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way.

WARNING! Before placing, installing, rigging, or suspending any speaker product, inspect all hardware, suspension, cabinets,

transducers, brackets and associated equipment for damage. Any missing, corroded, deformed or non-load rated component

could significantly reduce the strength of the suspension, placement, or array. Any such condition severely reduces the safety

of the suspension and should be immediately corrected. Use only hardware which is rated for the loading conditions of the

suspension and any possible short-term unexpected overloading. Never exceed the rating of the hardware or equipment.

Consult a licensed, professional engineer when any doubt or questions arise regarding a physical equipment installation.

Cerwin-Vega! is not responsible for damage or liability for improperly installed or maintained mounting and/or rigging systems.

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10. SUSPENSION OF THE CVP SERIES

Remove the fly bracket screws in the fly points where you want to install M10 eye bolts. Screw in the M10 eye

bolts being careful not to strip the fly bracket screw insert point. Do not remove fly bracket screws from areas

where you will not install eye bolts – insure that either an eye bolt or a fly bracket screw is installed in all fly

bracket screw insert locations.

De-rating

Using the mounting points at an angle will de-rate the WLL (Working Load Limit) for each mounting point. Each

point mounted at an angle should be de-rated according to the following formula.

- WLL = cosine (angle) x 500

- Where: angle = degrees form vertical pull

500 = WLL for each CVP mounting point @ vertical pull

11. SPECIFICATIONS

Cerwin-Vega! Loudspeaker Systems

CVP-1152 CVP-2153

Frequency Range -10 dB 50 Hz - 20 kHz 37 Hz - 20 kHz

Frequency Response -3 dB 59 Hz - 18.5 kHz 48 Hz - 18.5 kHz

Sensitivity @ 1w / 1 Meter 99 dB 101 dB

Power Capacity RMS / PK 500 / 1000 w 1000 / 2000 w

Recommend Amplifier Power 750 w - 1000 w 1500 w - 2000 w

Maximum SPL 130 dB 134 dB

Coverage Pattern 60 x 40 rotatable 60 x 40 rotatable

HF Diaphragm Size 1.75” 1.75”

Weight 66.5 lbs 112.5 lbs

Fly Points Yes Yes

Bi Amp use Yes Yes

Rotatable Horn Yes Yes

HF Protection Fast Reacting Suppression Limiter

Woofer Ceramic 3” VC

Construction Multi-ply Hardwood

Finish Polyurethane Paint

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Cerwin-Vega! Loudspeaker Systems

CVP-1152 CVP-2153

Recommended Amplifier Power in

Bi Amp Mode

LF - 750wto 1000 w

HF - 100w-150 w

LF/MF - 1500wto 2000 w

HF - 100w-150 w

Bi Amp Crossover Settings

CVP-1152 LPF/HPF CVP-2153 LPF / HPF

Gain 0 / -12.5 dB 0 / -10 dB

Type Linkwitz-Riley Linkwitz-Riley

Slope -12 dB Oct / -12 dB Oct -12 dB Oct / -12 dB Oct

Freq 2 kHz/2 kHz 2 kHz / 2 kHz

Impedance 8 Ohms 4 Ohms

Dimensions (HxW x D)

28.1”x18.2”x16”

71.4 cmx46.2 cmx40.7 cm

45”x18.2”x19”

114.3 cmx46.2 cmx48.3 cm

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28.1” (71.4cm)

18.2” (46.2cm)

16” (40.7cm)

CVP-1152 Dimensions (H x W x D)

(Figure 4)

CVP-2153 Dimensions (H x W x D)

(Figure 5)

19” (48.3cm)

45” (114.3cm)

18.2” (46.2cm)

Figure 4

Figure 5

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